Monika Dalman Casting

Experienced Screenwriters Needed for Vertical Microdramas

Job Description
A production team is seeking experienced screenwriters with prior experience writing vertical microdramas that have been produced and released by a platform. This opportunity is for writers who understand the pacing, tone, and format of short-form, vertical storytelling designed for digital audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with producers to develop engaging, original vertical microdrama scripts.

• Write short-form screenplays optimized for mobile, vertical viewing.

• Create authentic dialogue and compact narratives suitable for serialized or episodic content.

• Incorporate platform-specific style and tone into storytelling.

Requirements

• Must have previous professional experience writing vertical microdramas.

• Must have at least one produced project (please include title and platform).

• Strong storytelling skills with an ability to write concise, emotionally compelling scenes.

• Open to writers of all backgrounds and genres.

Compensation

• Paid position; rate and project details shared with shortlisted candidates.

Child Actor Casting Call for “Thanksgiving with Mom and Dad”

Job Description
A vertical soap opera/web series is casting a talented child actor for the role of Esme Carter, the emotional heart of this heartfelt family story. Filming will take place in Charlottetown, PEI, and surrounding areas, with full travel accommodations provided for the child and one guardian.

Storyline
Ten years ago, a wealthy crime boss faked his grandchild’s death and drove the child’s father into hiding. A Thanksgiving accident reunites the mother, child, and ex, forcing them to face the truth and decide whether to remain broken or rebuild as a family.

Role – Esme Carter

• Age: 9 (child who looks 9–10, not older)

• Personality: Bright, kind, and a little stubborn — longing for one Thanksgiving with both parents

• Performance: Honest and natural, with no “stagey” precociousness

• Involves light physical action and activity

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Esme with warmth and emotional authenticity

• Participate in 7–8 workdays on set, plus 1 prep/fitting day, 2 travel days, and 1–2 hold days

• Follow direction and collaborate with cast and crew

Requirements

• Child actor, age 9–10, any ethnicity

• Natural warmth, expressive eyes, strong listening skills

• Comfortable taking direction and performing light physical action

• Guardian required on set at all times

Compensation

• $500 CAD per day

• +15% agency fee (if applicable)

• Travel, accommodations, and ground transport provided for child and guardian

• Per diem: $45/day

• Hold and travel days paid at ½ daily rate

Ring Announcer Casting Call

Job Description
A web series is seeking a bold and charismatic Ring Announcer to energize the crowd and set the tone for an epic boxing/MMA sequence. This is a high-energy, performance-driven role for someone with stage presence, confidence, and the ability to command attention with a booming voice.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a Ring Announcer in a web series

• Hype up the crowd with energy, presence, and confidence

• Deliver lines with charisma and authority, setting the atmosphere for fight sequences

• Channel the energy of iconic announcers such as Bruce Buffer and Vince McMahon

Requirements

• Non-union, on-screen role

• Must have strong stage presence and a commanding personality

• Confident, bold, and comfortable performing in front of a crowd

• Prior acting or performance experience a plus

Compensation

• $200 flat day rate (guaranteed)